Abati Slams Atiku for Tribalizing Politics Ahead of 2027 Election

Renowned journalist Reuben Abati criticized former Vice President Atiku Abubakar for his comments on Yoruba interests in the 2027 presidential election. Abati condemned Atiku's statement about Yoruba fears of the presidency, calling it divisive and tribalistic.

He urged Atiku to focus on national issues rather than playing the ethnic card, emphasizing the need for solutions to pressing challenges like oil theft and insurgency. Abati highlighted that the Yoruba community has already produced presidents and doesn't require assurances of representation.

He advised Atiku to engage Nigerians on critical issues rather than emphasizing ethnic ties in his political discourse.